ITB Taekwondo Triumph: Three Representatives Clinch Medals at 5th UIN SGD Taekwondo Championship

By Anggun Nindita

Editor Anggun Nindita

BANDUNG, itb.ac.id - Students from Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) once again showcased their prowess, achieving remarkable success at the 5th UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Taekwondo Championship held at the UIN SGD Cibiru Campus from 10th to 12th November 2023. The ITB Taekwondo Student Activity Unit (UKM) proudly produced three medalists, continuing their tradition of excellence in martial arts.

The triumphant individuals are Deni Marsel Susanto (15421110) - Gold Medal in the Men's Kyorugi Under 63 kg category; Muhammad Razaq Sunur (15021136) - Silver Medal in the Men's Kyorugi Over 87 kg category; and Nabilah Azis (17522056) - Bronze Medal in the Women's Poomsae category.

Muhammad Razaq Sunur, Head of ITB Taekwondo Unit, highlighted that their participation aimed to refine their skills and abilities in Taekwondo. He expressed gratitude that all three representatives secured medals in their respective categories based on the jury's decision.

"The purpose of participating in this championship is as a forum for ITB students to sharpen their potential skills and abilities in Taekwondo," he stated.

Dr. Intan Rizki Mutiaz, M.Ds., Advisor of ITB Taekwondo Student Activity Unit, extended appreciation to all unit members for their dedication in practice and for bringing home achievements. He expressed hope for continuous excellence in various events and emphasized the unit's potential to excel in national and international competitions with the support of ITB Multicampus.

"The ITB Taekwondo Student Activity Unit is hoped to continue to excel through national and international competitions with the support of the ITB Multicampus," concluded Dr. Intan Rizki Mutiaz.

The success of ITB students in the field of Taekwondo not only reflects their individual skill but also underscores the commitment of the university to foster a holistic development of its students.

Reporter: M. Naufal Hafizh
Translator: Hanna Daniela Ayu (Aerospace Engineering, 2021)
Editor: Vera Citra Utami